A flag design depicting the sun on the horizon, designated “Design #2246,” finished in second place with “Design #3679” finishing in third place. That design depicts Abraham Lincoln’s silhouette and ...
After 385,000 votes, Illinois residents overwhelmingly chose to retain the current state flag, despite new design options.
There were nearly 400,000 votes over a five-week period. Take a look at what design won the Illinois state flag contest.